Where Does Jami Store Account Data?
Jami account data and config folders on Linux for backup and migration of the distributed messenger.
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Jami stores identity and account data locally in config and share folders, since the network is distributed with no central account server.
That makes local backup load-bearing rather than optional. The in-app account archive export plus these folders together cover migration.
Where Jami stores this, by platform
~/.config/jami
Holds account archives, certificates and settings. Back up together with the share folder below and an exported account archive. Jami closed during copies.
~/.local/share/jami
Companion data folder (stickers, recordings, caches). Migrate alongside .config/jami for a complete move.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move my Jami account to a new machine?
Back up both the config folder and the local share data folder with Jami closed, and export the account archive from settings as well. The archive plus password is the supported restore route.
Is there really no password reset?
Jami is distributed with no central server holding your account. Lose the local files and the password-archive export and the account is unrecoverable by design.
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